Location: Bow, Samish Bay, Northwest & Islands, Washington State, USA (Located in the northwest corner of Skagit County) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible Bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-5)
At the Flutter In, Edison, Washington, one can experience a gestalt-like spirit of place that magically combines the physical landscape with a convivial, historic town to produce a cocktail of fun, rapture and attitude.
Built in 2003, the Flutter In nestles in amongst the historic buildings of downtown Edison. Each room looks out over the tidal waters of Edison Slough allowing you to enjoy magnificent views of the wetland, surrounding sky and the bountiful birdlife that “flutters in” to fish, hunt, or feed only a few feet from the house. Facing west, the sunsets are mesmerizing no matter the season.
Gather produce and seafood from local farms and produce vendors for cooking in our fully-equipped kitchen. Or, walk down the street and let the many local proprietors exercise their culinary expertise to prepare for you bakery goodies, soups, cheese and sausage plates, salads, oysters and other foods in season. At the Flutter In, you are only a hop, skip and a jump from delectable delights of all kinds.
Hang out, hobnob with the locals, view artwork in neighboring galleries or simply curl up in front of the fire with a good book. If being more active suits your needs, climb onto your bicycle or into your kayak and enjoy access to the local scenery right from your front door. Walks along the beach and mountain hikes are only a short drive away.
Keywords: House
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Sleep Sofa /Futon
- Queen (2)
- Entertainment
- Satellite Or Cable (2)
- VCR
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Ice Maker
- Refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils
- Dish Washer
- Full Kitchen
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Waterfront, Not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask For Details : Western view of Edison Slough. Lots of bird life. Gorgeous sunsets.
- Communications
- Free Long Distance : Broadband telephone service includes free long distance calling to anywhere in the continental USA and Canada
- Broadband Access : High speed internet service
- Wireless Broadband
- Telephone
- Suitability
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Children Welcome
- Non Smoking Only
- Pets Not Allowed
- Activities
- Kayaking
- Cycling
- Shopping
- Rock Climbing
- Hunting
- Hiking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Museums
- Antiquing
- Cinemas
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Sight Seeing
- Boating
- Other Activities
- Bird Watching, Art Galleries, Dancing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Four guests ......................$125/night .. $750/week Additional guests.................$20/night A cleaning fee of $50 will be added for stays of 1 or 2 nights. A 10.2% sales and lodging tax is an additional charge to above rates.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2003
Located in the same building as the Edison Eye Gallery, Tweets serves superb breakfasts, espresso and pizzas. Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy ood company, great conversations.
Gigantic sweetrolls, extraordinary polenta cakes, and other wonderful baked goodies. The soups are devine. Open Wednesday through Sunday.
Wine and cheese shop. Now serving wine by the glass and deli platters. Open Tuesday through Sunday.
Hand-formed, hearth-baked Artisan style breads. Cookies and jams, too. Open daily.
Great food. Bluegrass music on Sunday evenings is a big draw. Lots of fun.
Owner's Map of Bow
Dana and Toni Ann Rust have lived in Downtown Edison for 35 years. They own the historic building neighboring the Flutter In on the south where they have created a residence for themselves, an art gallery, an artist’s studio, and Tweets which is run by neighbors, Charles Atkinson and David Blakesley. Over the years their entrepreneurial spirit has led them to try businesses such as The Heavenly Worm Farm and The King Kong Destruction Company. In 1988, they opened the Edison Eye Gallery which continues to exhibit fine art for sale by local artists.
Property Photos
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- View from the deck of the Edison Flutter In
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- Comfortable house with a fantastic view. Great bird watching!
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- Open but cozy with a magnificent view of Edison Slough.
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- Meals are easy to prepare in our fully-equipped kitchen
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- Bedroom 1 with a queen-size bed, antique wicker furniture and water view.
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- Bedroom 2 also has a queen-size bed and water view.
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- Enjoy outdoor cooking and dining overlooking the garden and slough.
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- Gorgeous sunsets all year round!
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- Great blue heron and ducks feed on the slough in back of the Edison Flutter In.
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- Nearby shops, only a hop, skip and jump away, are popular with cyclists, too.
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- Adjacent farmlands provide winter grazing for trumpeter swans and gulls.
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- Hike from nearby Chuckanut Drive for a magnificent view of the San Juan Islands.
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- Historic LaConner is less than a half hour away by car. Super bicyle ride, too.
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- In the springtime, Skagit Valley tulip fields are just a short drive away.
Traveler Reviews (15)
Sit back and stare out the window
Guest: Denise
(Seattle/Ballard)
Date of Stay: 01/13/12
Review Submitted: 01/16/12
My best friend and I had a such a great weekend at your Inn! Edison has always been a day trip destination for us and it was nice to spend two nights and really take in the area. With all of the great food, art and other eye candy in town it was nice to be right in the middle of town, although very quiet. We ate out one night and cooked in the second night. The kitchen was great. The back side of the house is filled with windows that look out at the Samish Slough and it was so relaxing to watch the sky and water reflecting and the fowl and eagles, etc. gliding through the water and sky. We had a bit of snow and it was so beautiful! Perfect getaway. We'll be back for sure!!
Owner response:Yes! The Edison Flutter In makes a fabulous winter retreat with lots of windows that brighten the home. The view is peaceful and the birdlife truly amazing. As these guests have done, you can find a balance between hunkering down to enjoy the quiet or venturing forth to explore the town and the surrounding countryside--a mixture of wetlands, beaches, mountain trails and farmland.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, people with disabilities, sightseeing.
Great home
Guest: cheripie00
(lynden, wa )
Date of Stay: 12/10/11
Review Submitted: 12/12/11
We had a great stay in this cute home! Lots of birds, a beautiful view, and comfortable beds.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, sightseeing.
Guest: Gabriel, Jill and Willa
Date of Stay: 06/23/11
Review Submitted: 06/28/11
This has been a great place to spend our eighth anniversary. Our 15 month old has loved watching the birds: so many kinds! We’ve enjoyed exploring the town, and also were grateful for the proximity to so many other interesting adventures. The house was impressively clean, perfectly outfitted, and a delightful respite. Thanks again!
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Guest: Les Huitres Volantes
Date of Stay: 05/23/11
Review Submitted: 06/01/11
What a treat. After a long day shucking oysters, we had this place to stumble into. Sitting on the patio sipping wine with friends, and the bird watching here is fabulous! We’ll be back!
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Guest: Tim and Kevin
Date of Stay: 05/20/11
Review Submitted: 05/24/11
We enjoyed a very relaxing and peaceful weekend in this beautiful and comfortable house. We spent most of Saturday watching the birds feed and the raindrops on the water in the slough. We can't wait until our next visit!
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Guest: Peter and Greta
Date of Stay: 05/06/11
Review Submitted: 05/22/11
Thank you for this wonderful haven--vista full y pajaros! We leave well-rested in a bubble of love and peace. So enjoyed the flowing in and out and down of the water element!
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Guest: Julia, Scot, Carol, & J
Date of Stay: 04/23/11
Review Submitted: 05/15/11
A most lovely setting. We've been watching white crowned sparrows, red winged blackbirds, green winged teal, Arlat Blue Heron, killdeer, bald eagles, white throated sparrow, mallard and 15+ more when we cycled to Padilla Bay Trail! We cannot thank you and cannot say enough. Welcoming, well-supplied--a home away from home! We are very grateful for your fabulous hospitality.
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Guest: Renee
Date of Stay: 02/19/11
Review Submitted: 02/21/11
The only way I can think of to adequately thank you for providing this retreat is to recommend it to everyone I meet. My stay here reminded me why the phrases "the light lay over the land" and "the blush of dawn" have such resonance.
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Four star accomodation without the four star price
Guest: Joanne
(Seattle, Wa, USA)
Date of Stay: 02/18/11
Review Submitted: 02/21/11
You can't talk about the Flutter Inn without mentioning the town of Edison and the many wonderful shopkeepers who go out of their way to make you feel like a town resident during your stay. From our first visit to the coffee shop to our last at the deli we felt like valued visitors. And the food.. you can't go to Edison without raving about the food. It was locally sourced, well prepared and even the local bars speak reverently of their chefs. Whether you want a place where you can park your car and never have to turn that key again until you leave or a central location that allows you to explore the beauty of the Skagit Valley, Chuckanut Drive and the San Juan Islands, this is an ideal location. This not so little house is everything it promises and more. The two bedrooms are separated by the living space making it perfect for families or roommates or two couples traveling together and every room overlooks the slough... a birder's paradise from the first blush of dawn when a chickadee reminds you to fill the feeder till dazzling sunsets fade into night and the eagles make their last pass before retiring. We especially appreciated that the entire house is disability friendly. There is an access ramp onto a level deck, hand rails in a wide hallway and grab bars in the restroom. The house is very well designed for those with mobility issues. This is one of those places that linger in your memory long after you have left. I am already making plans to go back.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
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